Messi creates both goals as Inter Miami draw 2-2 with Atlanta United

According to Gulf News, Lionel Messi returned to action for Inter Miami in influential fashion, creating both goals in Saturday’s 2-2 draw against Atlanta United. The match, which was delayed by 90 minutes because of thunderstorms and lightning, saw Miami take the lead through Casemiro, who headed home Messi’s 32nd-minute corner. Atlanta responded quickly, with former Newcastle forward Miguel Almiron firing in the equaliser three minutes later.

Messi then helped create another opening before Luis Suarez restored Miami’s advantage shortly before half-time. However, Breel Embolo converted an 87th-minute penalty to deny the hosts victory. The match marked Messi’s first appearance since announcing his retirement from international football following Argentina’s 2026 World Cup final defeat to Spain.